TL;DR: Telling your own story through social media develops a positive and effective social media presence. It is important to provide consistent and efficient information to families. Use of social media should be intentional. Maximize the use of your official sites to push out positive and accurate information. This post shares a number of tips on how to communicate effectively. … Read More
Beyond the Desk Leadership
TL;DR: This time of year is interview season, when more aspiring leaders are named principal. Once named, the work begins. There’s a lot to do before school opens for all principals, seasoned and new! Be present and involved in your school. Be an active leader. Move beyond the desk to work side by side with teachers. Suggestions to help all … Read More
4 Things Every Educational Coach Should Do
TL;DR: A school administrator is also an instructional coach, life coach, behavior coach, character development coach, and career development coach. To make an impact, every educational coach should build relationships, listen, stay positive, and start small. When talking to another colleague about a coaching training I had recently attended, they asked me why I would attend training designed for coaches. … Read More
An Open Letter to Teachers: You Are a Hero
TL;DR: Prior to the pandemic, people did not put as much thought into what a teacher did every day. People began to recognize the work of teachers when they had to teach their own children at home. A hero is a legendary figure endowed with great strength and agility. They have special achievements, abilities, or personal qualities. They are idealized … Read More
Special Appreciation for Educators
TL;DR: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, leaders from our Administrator Mastermind express their gratitude. We have a special appreciation for educators from our very own Teach Better Team’s Administrator Mastermind. We meet every Tuesday at 9 am EST and again at 7 pm EST. If you consider yourself to be a school leader, join us by clicking this link. … Read More